DNR Secretary applauds listing of northern long-eared bat

9:26 AM,
Jun. 25, 2014

A northern long-eared bat

Written by

Cathy Stepp
Secretary

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources applauds the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for its prudent decision to provide a six-month extension for the final listing determination on the northern long-eared bat. The extension allows stakeholders, including the state of Wisconsin, our neighboring states, forestry management partners and federal officials additional time to develop effective conservation measures for this important species using the best science available.

Wisconsin DNR also will continue working with affected industries and landowners to protect the bats ...